IPL 2026 Opening Week Lacks Star Power Without Cummins, Starc: Can Stand-Ins Deliver?

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IPL 2026 Opening Week Faces Star Power Crisis: Will Stand-Ins Steal The Show?

Australian pace duo Pat Cummins and Mitchell Starc. File pic/AP

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News18•20-03-2026, 22:23

IPL 2026 Opening Week Faces Star Power Crisis: Will Stand-Ins Steal The Show?

•IPL 2026 opening week hit by high-profile withdrawals, including Pat Cummins and Mitchell Starc, due to injuries.
•Sunrisers Hyderabad and Kolkata Knight Riders significantly impacted by the absence of their star Australian pacers.
•Chennai Super Kings also face bowling concerns with Nathan Ellis out and Matthew Short expected to miss initial matches.
•Replacement signings like Kwena Maphaka and domestic performers from Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy get a chance to shine.
•Teams are rethinking strategies, focusing on Indian all-rounders and young talent, creating opportunities for new icons.

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